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Advocacy in Action for GFB Presidents’ Trip to Nation’s Capitol

Washington, D.C. For the first time in three years, Georgia Farm Bureau legislative staff, Directors, and County Presidents made the trip to Washington to advocate for the ag industry – something GFB President, Tom McCall says is vitally important, especially …

Master Chef Also a County Farm Bureau Leader

Winston, GA They say you should never judge a book by its cover. Well, Cam Floyd, who is Chairman of the Georgia Farm Bureau Young Farmers and Ranchers Committee for Douglas County, is one of those books. His cover, the …

Georgia Sheep Dog Heroically Saves Flock From a Dozen Coyotes

Decatur, GA In the days leading up to November 4th, something wasn’t right. I guess you could say it was the calm before the storm. Except, there was nothing calm about them. No, in fact, they were very active. “The …

UGA Researchers Look To The Future with Vertical Farming

Athens, GA As the old saying goes, they’re not making more land, and with the world’s population set to cross the eight billion mark this year, finding innovative ways to produce food in limited spaces has now become a priority. …

Wine & Grape Producers Discuss Assessment Vote

Ellijay, GA Recently in Ellijay, wine producers from across the state gathered for their annual meeting – a time of fellowship, learning, and business. This year, growers were able to learn about and discuss a ten cent per liter assessment …

Gathering Brings GFB Members Directly to Lawmakers

Atlanta, GA Once a year in Atlanta, grassroots advocacy comes to life as Georgia Farm Bureau members gather for a chance to hear about the important ag issues being debated and for a chance to meet with their representatives – …

FFA Chapter Diversifying Students’ Curriculum

Dublin, GA While rows of desks in front of a dry erase board might be your typical classroom landscape, FFA programs are looking to change that perception of learning by giving students practical experience in real life settings. Here at …

2023 Ag Forecast Provides Updates for the Industry

Tifton, GA Recently in Tifton, the University of Georgia held their annual Ag Forecast – a time where farmers, producers, and industry professionals discuss the fiscal outlook for the different sectors of the ag industry. This year, one speaker was …

This Product Grown in Ecuador Inspires Georgian’s Success

Macon, GA Shane Buerster’s journey in business started as a student at Mercer University after taking a couple of classes in spanish and economics while studying abroad. “I started Z Beans after a Mercer on a mission trip the summer …